Westmorland, Christchurch

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71 days ago

Poll: Hybrid Work ... Game-Changer or Culture Killer? 🚀

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Many workplaces now embrace hybrid working — splitting time between home and the office. For years, people have built their routines and lifestyles around this flexibility.

But critics say it weakens team spirit, slows training, and makes collaboration harder.

💬 What do you think? Hybrid… View more
Many workplaces now embrace hybrid working — splitting time between home and the office. For years, people have built their routines and lifestyles around this flexibility.

But critics say it weakens team spirit, slows training, and makes collaboration harder.

💬 What do you think? Hybrid forever, or back to the office full-time?

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Hybrid Work ... Game-Changer or Culture Killer? 🚀
  • 32.9% It’s a modern world and we need modern ways of working!
    32.9% Complete
  • 20.1% Back to the office!
    20.1% Complete
  • 33.3% There’s no 'one-size-fits-all'.
    33.3% Complete
  • 13.7% This doesn’t affect me.
    13.7% Complete
657 votes
71 days ago

Make Old New Again: Refresh Your Furniture with Resene Style

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Transform an old piece of furniture into a cool home entertaining statement with your favourite Resene colour. Find out how to refresh your furniture with these easy step by step instructions.

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79 days ago

Poll: Will we reach our Predator Free target in 2050?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Aotearoa New Zealand is aiming to be predator-free in 2050 to ensure our islands' unique species of birds, frogs, lizards and plants can thrive.

New Zealand has among the highest proportions of threatened or at-risk species in the world, and around 25 million native birds are killed by … View more
Aotearoa New Zealand is aiming to be predator-free in 2050 to ensure our islands' unique species of birds, frogs, lizards and plants can thrive.

New Zealand has among the highest proportions of threatened or at-risk species in the world, and around 25 million native birds are killed by introduced predators every year. But it's not all bad news - when predators are removed or controlled, nature bounces back fast. We’ve already seen it happening in many parts of the country!

People all over Aotearoa are doing their bit - setting traps in their backyards, planting natives, volunteering, or donating. You can too! Backyard trapping is one example of effective individual action.

What do you think? Can we reach our Predator Free target in 2050?
Share your thoughts in the comments!

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Will we reach our Predator Free target in 2050?
  • 25.7% Yes - through government, community and individual action.
    25.7% Complete
  • 33.5% No - this is not a realistic goal.
    33.5% Complete
  • 38.5% Maybe - perhaps adjust the goal to 'predator management'?
    38.5% Complete
  • 2.3% This is a nuanced issue (share in the comments).
    2.3% Complete
1029 votes
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71 days ago

Children's Books

Gail from Cashmere

It's school holidays - how to keep the kids entertained?
At The Book Cellar in Cashmere we have a selection of children's books for sale, as well as plenty to keep the adults engrossed.
Opening hours are Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays, 10am to 4pm.
Come and see us for your next … View more
It's school holidays - how to keep the kids entertained?
At The Book Cellar in Cashmere we have a selection of children's books for sale, as well as plenty to keep the adults engrossed.
Opening hours are Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays, 10am to 4pm.
Come and see us for your next great read!

72 days ago

Support Pots for Tots with Resene!

Resene

Get painting and help Kiwi kids. Buy any Resene 60 mL testpot colour starting with the letter P, O or T and Resene will donate $1 to Plunket NZ.

Visit your local Resene ColorShop to find all the colour you need to bring out the best in your home.
Find out more

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72 days ago

FINAL DAYS

Anthony Wilding Retirement Village

Some of the best moments are shared over food. That’s why we’re giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*

We’ll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about what’s in the trolley and more … View more
Some of the best moments are shared over food. That’s why we’re giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*

We’ll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about what’s in the trolley and more time enjoying who’s around the table.

And because life at Ryman means less home maintenance, you’ll have even more time for the things you love.

*Participating villages only, promotion terms and Clubcard terms and conditions apply.

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73 days ago

Appeal for information: Identifying deceased man, Heathcote Valley

The Team from Canterbury Police

Police can now release an image of the backpack, and its contents, located with the man found deceased on Horotane Valley Road, Heathcote Valley on Friday 19 September.

We appreciate all those who have come forward with information so far and continue to follow lines of enquiry where they become… View more
Police can now release an image of the backpack, and its contents, located with the man found deceased on Horotane Valley Road, Heathcote Valley on Friday 19 September.

We appreciate all those who have come forward with information so far and continue to follow lines of enquiry where they become available; unfortunately, the man remains unidentified.

Police are hoping that these images, paired with a description of the deceased, may be recognised by someone in the community.

The man is thought to be in his 30’s or 40’s, with a distinctive birthmark on his left forearm. When located he was wearing a black long sleeve woollen jersey, black trousers and grey tramping boots.

If you have any information that could assist us in identifying this man, please contact Police on 105 and quote file number 250919/7193.

You can also report anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-nz.org

74 days ago

Crochet hobby

Sarah from Westmorland

Hi I just wanted to post and introduce my hobby business of crocheting baby blankets, market bags, beanies and baby booties among other items. I love a challenege and always looking for a new project to give a go. I've been doing it as a hobby for a few years and been told by a number of … View moreHi I just wanted to post and introduce my hobby business of crocheting baby blankets, market bags, beanies and baby booties among other items. I love a challenege and always looking for a new project to give a go. I've been doing it as a hobby for a few years and been told by a number of friends and family that I should start selling my creations so if you have a little one on the way or looking for a baby shower gift or a gift in general. Flick me a message on here or 0273706322.
Here are a few items that I have made

74 days ago

Mouse plants for sale - $5 each Pick up 188 Strickland Street this saturday 11-2pm.

Christine Blance from Christchurch South Community Gardens

Mouse Plants available at Christchurch South Community Gardens 188 Strickland St, Sydenham. These cute woodland plants are best planted in a container and kept in a shady part of the garden - look like mice hiding in the leaves $5 each pick up this Saturday 27th Sept .

Price: $5

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82 days ago

🌿🎉 Māori Language Week: Join in to win!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbourly is celebrating 50 years of Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week)

Do you use te reo at home? Greet your neighbours with kia ora? Sing waiata with your tamariki?
Share how you celebrate te reo in your daily life in the comments below, and you could win a $50 Prezzy Card!

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Neighbourly is celebrating 50 years of Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week)

Do you use te reo at home? Greet your neighbours with kia ora? Sing waiata with your tamariki?
Share how you celebrate te reo in your daily life in the comments below, and you could win a $50 Prezzy Card!

For some amazing te reo resources, head to ReoMāori.co.nz

Me mahi tahi tātou, Neighbours 🌿

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75 days ago

OPAWA OP SHOP SCHOOL HOLIDAY SPECIALS!

Alan from Beckenham

Tuesday 23 Sept until Thursday 9 October.

Fill a bag for just $5.00! (Bags provided).

Children’s cloths and footwear!

Books and toys!
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Tuesday 23 Sept until Thursday 9 October.

Fill a bag for just $5.00! (Bags provided).

Children’s cloths and footwear!

Books and toys!

Hours: Tue, Wed, Thur, 10-4pm.

Don’t miss out..see you soon!

158 Opawa Road.

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76 days ago

MOVING/Packing BOXES FREE

Oriana from Aidanfield

Hi everyone...we've got heaps of packing/moving cardboard boxes to giveaway. We just had the house recarpeted and had to pack everything...please come and take them away !!! A high sided trailer would fit them all 😊

Free

77 days ago

Here's one for the diary

Summerset Retirement Villages

Summerset’s Nationwide Open Day is on Sunday 5 October. All 38 of our villages are open from 10am to 2pm. Find out more

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77 days ago

Tarryn

The Team from Humans of Christchurch Ōtautahi

“It’s only since I've been in my 30's that I've had proper conversations about being Māori. I started to question all of that stuff when I moved away.

I left New Zealand just before I turned 19. I went to Australia for a few years, to the UK for a couple of years, then back … View more
“It’s only since I've been in my 30's that I've had proper conversations about being Māori. I started to question all of that stuff when I moved away.

I left New Zealand just before I turned 19. I went to Australia for a few years, to the UK for a couple of years, then back to Australia. People would ask me, ‘are you a native New Zealander?’ Or ‘Are you a Māori?’. I always thought that was really weird, because being Māori wasn't a positive thing growing up.

I came back to go to university in Wellington. I didn't do well at school so it was quite scary to be suddenly going to university. I decided I wouldn't work for my first year, but that also meant that I was going to be really hard up for cash.

I found out about this accommodation called Whānau House. It's subsidized by the marae at uni, the catch is that you have to help out at the marae. I didn't really know what I was signing up for. There were 14 people living there, a range of ages. All of them were North Island Māori and spoke te reo to some extent. Suddenly being Māori was everywhere in my life, and it shocked me into seeing everything that I'd been missing out on. I spent a lot of time at the marae, and started to learn about te ao Māori.

I moved to Germany and for the first time ever, I got homesick. I couldn't figure out why, I'd never felt homesick for New Zealand before. And then I got pregnant, and I just said, I've gotta go home. I can't do this over here. I don't want my son growing up without his culture the way that I did. I didn't live in Christchurch for a really long time when I finally did come back, I had a baby. I was a pretty different person.

I started learning te reo when Thomas was four months old. and then the pandemic hit. We were in lockdown and I was doing all my classes online.

There were words that Dad used that I didn't realize were Māori until I started learning, which I think is quite funny. The first one I realized was a Māori word was pōtae - hat. And I was like, I know that word. Dad used that word my whole life!

We finished our first year, and we made lots of friends and kept in touch over the summer, so we didn’t lose what we've learnt over the year. We started trying to meet up at a cafe or for games nights so that we could practice using our te reo outside of the class.

That’s how Kōrero ki Ōtautahi became what it is. Initially it was just a group of friends. It's about supporting speakers and learners so that they can take what they've learned and put it into practice. We need more support for the intermediate people to push them into being fluent, and being confident, to be able to use it in everyday situations.
The ideal for me would be to see Christchurch as a bilingual city; you can just walk into any space and choose either English or te reo Māori. There's plenty of places around the world that are bilingual, and people switch between the two just casually.

In order for te reo to not just survive, but to thrive, we need everybody on board, whether you be Māori, Pākehā, tauiwi.”

Celebrating Te Wiki o te reo Māori - 15–19 September 2025

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77 days ago

COLLECTORS ITEM Coca-Cola Summer Fun Camera

Oriana from Aidanfield

Original 35mm camera from 1980s..Point and Shoot, Focus Free, Flash Hotshoe, carry strap, box, instructions and bubble wrap.
Camera is in mint condition, and box and instructions are in used but good condition. I've shown everything I can in the photos. Similar Camera but definitely not in … View more
Original 35mm camera from 1980s..Point and Shoot, Focus Free, Flash Hotshoe, carry strap, box, instructions and bubble wrap.
Camera is in mint condition, and box and instructions are in used but good condition. I've shown everything I can in the photos. Similar Camera but definitely not in good condition is currently selling on Etsy for about $130 so I feel my asking price is fair.

Price: $115

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